FAQS
HOW LONG DOES EACH THERAPY SESSION TAKE?
Individual sessions typically last between 45-55 minutes.
The first session consists of history taking, goal setting, and evaluation, so may take 50-55 minutes.
EMDR sessions are 90 minutes long, and EMDR Intensives can last anywhere between one day to multiple days, depending on your needs.
HOW DO I KNOW YOU ARE THE RIGHT THERAPIST FOR ME?
I encourage everyone to notice what it feels like to sit in session with me for the first couple of appointments to determine whether my style is a good fit for you. I tend to offer open-ended sessions with curiosity, compassion, humor, and acceptance rather than structured agendas. (unless we are doing EMDR, then it can be pretty structured).
HOW QUICKLY CAN I EXPECT TO FEEL BETTER?
The dreaded answer: it depends. For those doing EMDR, some clients have expressed feeling better after one processing session. Some clients wish to attend longer term therapy (1+ years) to get ongoing support with life stressors. You get out of therapy what you put into therapy, which means higher levels of willingness to share vulnerabilities, take new perspectives, and practice new skills leads to faster results.
DO YOU OFFER IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL SESSIONS?
I do! I am available for virtual appointments Monday, Wednesday-Friday, and available for in-person appointments on Tuesdays at my Austin office.
I am located at 1613 W 6th St. Parking is available behind the building.
DO YOU OFFER SLIDING SCALE RATES?
I do not have any open sliding scale spots at this time. I accept Aetna plans, self-pay, or HSA. For more information on payment, please go to the pricing page here.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF THERAPY?
You should expect to feel some emotional discomfort in sessions. This is normal! And necessary. Clients often report feeling a sense of catharsis and "lightness" after expressing distressing emotions. If you are planning on doing virtual therapy, there is a risk of occasional interruptions due to technology issues or unstable internet.